For James L. Brooks, working with actors isn’t just a necessary part of being a filmmaker, it’s the reason he loves the gig. “It’s what I do,” he told The Hollywood Reporter. “Working with actors is why I am there. I care about it.” The veteran writer, director, producer and showrunner has six decades of…
Peru’s government declared a state of emergency at its southern border with Chile on Friday, expecting an influx of people trying to flee far-right candidate Jose Antonio Kast’s potential presidency. Under the decree, Peru’s military will reinforce border control in the southern Tacna region for 60 days, past Chile’s December 14 run-off election, in which…
Shaheen Shah Afridi and Mohammad Nawaz led Pakistani bowling attack with three wickets each Pakistan and Sri Lanka captains during the toss before Tri-Series final. PHOTO: PCB’s X.COM ACCOUNT Pakistan successfully chased the target of 115 runs in 18.4 overs to claim the T20I 2025 Tri-Series title at Rawalpindi Satium on Saturday night. Openers Sahibzada…
[This story contains major spoilers from Stranger Things season five, episodes one through four.] Heading into the final season ofStranger Things, fans are well and fully prepped for a certain level of brutality. Just think back on some of the biggest traumatic moments from over the years — the death of Sean Astin’s Bob, for…
This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing. Get faster notifications on the latest updates by downloading our app. What we know so far: 128 people, including a firefighter, confirmed dead 79 injured, including 12 firefighters Status of 150 people unclear The…
Qatar request halted operation in Afghanistan, If we can teach India lesson, these terrorists aren’t an issue: DPM DPM Ishaq Dar speaking during a news briefing session in Islamabad on Saturday. Photo: Foreign Office Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has once again signalled that Pakistan is ready to contribute troops to a Gaza peacekeeping force…
Pope Leo XIV has visited Istanbul’s Sultan Ahmed Mosque – widely known as the Blue Mosque – in his first visit to a Muslim place of worship since he took up the papacy in May. The Pontiff was seen bowing as he entered the building, but it is reported he did not pray at the…
Captain Abdul Razzaq and Humayun Farhat delivered a blistering opening stand of 144 runs during the Over-40 World Cup semifinal. PHOTO: PR Pakistan cruised into the final of the IMC Over-40s T20 World Cup 2025 after a dominant nine-wicket victory over USA in the semifinal at the National Bank Stadium. The Green Shirts will now…
US warns airlines of hazardous flying over Venezuela amid worsening security and military activity Donald Trump has been increasingly putting pressure on the government of Venezuela. Photograph: PHOTO: REUTERS US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that the airspace above and surrounding Venezuela is to be closed in its entirety. Trump, in a Truth Social…
Players in action during Zalmi Women Cricket League Season 2 in Peshawar. PHOTO: PR The second day of the Zalmi Women Cricket League Season 2 in Peshawar concluded successfully, with all three matches decided. The league is being organized by Peshawar Zalmi and the Zalmi Foundation in collaboration with Ufone 4G, UN Women, and the…
